Question 1

What is the COVID-19 situation in Greece?

Accepted Answer

Greece is one of the safest countries in Europe in relation to the pandemic. However, the upmost precautions will be upheld by the Greek authorities, including the hotel to ensure that all guests are kept safe.

Question 2

What are the current travel restrictions to Greece from the UK?

Accepted Answer

Greece is in the UK’s “Amber List” which means that UK citizens who have been doubled vaccinated can safely travel to Greece without having to isolate and quarantine on your return. Those who haven’t been vaccinated can also travel to Greece, but would be subject to quarantining on their return until a negative Covid-19 test on Day 8. However, an optional test can be taken DAY 5, to quality for early release from quarantine. 
 
Sources: 
https://www.cntraveller.com/article/can-i-travel-to-greece-restrictions

Question 3

What pre-requirements are needed before travelling to Greece? (Double Vaccinated Travellers)

Accepted Answer

What pre-requirements are needed before travelling to Greece?
 
STEP 1 – Travellers must download the “NHS App” and complete their details and attain a digital “Covid Pass”. This will be used as proof that you have been double vaccinated. This can be assessed through the following link – https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/covid-pass/
 
Alternatively, you can also order a paper Covid Vaccine certificate, which takes 5 days to arrive. This can be ordered through the following link - https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/covid-pass/get-your-covid-pass-letter/
 
STEP 2 – Complete a Greece Passenger Locator Form for Greece through the following link - https://travel.gov.gr/#/
 
STEP 3 – When checking in online with your airline, please upload your “Covid Pass” and confirm that you have completed your Passenger Locata Form.
 
All documents must be kept with you electronically or through a hard copy throughout your journey.
 
*Those travellers not travelling from the UK, should seek guidance from their local authorities regarding what regulations to follow.

Question 4

What pre-requirements are needed before travelling to Greece? (Non Double Vaccinated Travellers)

Accepted Answer

STEP 1 – Travellers must take and present a negative Covid-19 PCR test within 3 days of travel.
 
STEP 2 – Complete a Greece Passenger Locator Form for Greece through the following link - https://travel.gov.gr/#/
 
STEP 3 – When checking in online with your airline, please upload your “Negative Covid-19” test result and confirm that you have completed your Passenger Locata Form.
 
STEP 4 - book and pay for COVID-19 tests to be taken after arrival in England
 
All documents must be kept with you electronically or through a hard copy throughout your journey.

Question 5

What pre-requirements are needed when returning back to the UK? (Double Vaccinated Travellers)

Accepted Answer

STEP 1 – As part of UK Government guidelines, all travellers are required to take a Covid-19 test in their destination 3 days before travel back to the UK. This can be either a:
PCR Test
Antigen Test (like a Lateral Flow)
These tests are available to conduct at the hotel Cape Sounion Resort.
 
STEP 2 - Book and pay for a Covid-19 Test for your arrival in the UK. This test must be taken on DAY 2 following your arrival. The test can be preordered to take at home. Note your arrival is DAY 0. Upon booking your test, you will be given a Reference Number which you must enter in your return Passenger Locator Form.
 
There are a range of Day 2 tests available. One recommended company is Qured - https://qured.com/
 
STEP 3 - A UK Passenger Locator Form has to be completed through the following link - https://www.gov.uk/provide-journey-contact-details-before-travel-uk
 
STEP 4 – Check in online uploading your Negative Covid-19 test result and Passenger Locator Form.
 
STEP 5- Your “Day 2” test will have arrived, which you must take and send off.

Question 6

What pre-requirements are needed when returning back to the UK? (Non Double Vaccinated Travellers)

Accepted Answer

Those who have not been double vaccinated are required to quarantine for 10 days on arriva to the UK. They are required to take a Covid-19 test on Day 2 and Day 8. You can be released from quarantine after a negative test on Day 8. The steps are as follows:
 
STEP 1 – As part of UK Government guidelines, all travellers are required to take a Covid-19 test in their destination 3 days before travel. This can be either a:
PCR Test
Antigen Test (like a Lateral Flow)
 
These tests are available to conduct at the hotel Cape Sounion Resort.
 
STEP 2 - Book and pay for your DAY 2 and DAY 8 Covid-19 Test for your arrival in the UK. Note your arrival is DAY 0. Upon booking your test, you will be given a Reference Number which you must enter in your Passenger Locator Form. 
 
There are a range of Day 2 tests available. One recommended company is Qured - https://qured.com/
 
STEP 3 - A UK Passenger Locator Form has to be completed through the following link - https://www.gov.uk/provide-journey-contact-details-before-travel-uk
 
STEP 4 – Check in online uploading your departure Negative Covid-19 test result and Passenger Locator Form.
 
STEP 5- Your “Day 2” test will have arrived, which you must take and send off.You must take your test on DAY 2 and then upload it online to your Passenger Locator Form.
 
You must then do the same for DAY 8. If your Day 8 test is Negative you will be released from home quarantine.

Question 7

What COVID-19 precautions will be taken during the wedding?

Accepted Answer

All safety measures in place will be according to guidelines issued by the Greek authorities. This includes social distancing which will be maintained around the hotel and during the wedding. All guests will be reminded to sanitise at appropriate points throughout the premises. Face masks are still compulsory in enclosed spaces to ensure safety.

Question 8

Will I need a travel visa?

Accepted Answer

UK citizens who hold a full UK passport can travel to Greece visa-free. 
U.S. Citizenship holders You are allowed to travel to Greece and to all other members of the Schengen Area for up to 90 days for tourist or business purposes without a visa, as long as your U.S. passport is valid for at least 3 months after your planned return to the United States
Canada: All tourists entering Greek territory from another (Schengen country) are exempted from presenting their passports to Greek authorities. In this case, a national identity card is the only document needed. A Schengen visa is mandatory for all nationals of Canada who stay in the country for a period greater than 90 days.

Question 9

Will I need any vaccinations?

Accepted Answer

As per UK Government guidance, it is not necessary to have a Covid-19 vaccine to enter Greece. A negative Covid-19 PCR test taken within 72 hours of travel is sufficient to enter Greece (Source: UK Government https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/greece/entry-requirements )
Those travellers who have been vaccinated should keep a copy of proof of vaccination with them (electronic or paper copy). 
The national vaccine programme in Greece is also one of the best in Europe. Having started their vaccination programme in February 2021, the Greek authorities are close to vaccinating half their population, making it a safe destination for all travellers.

Question 10

Will I need to bring a travel adaptor?

Accepted Answer

Don’t forget to pack your European travel adapters!
It is important to note that it does not convert the voltage or frequency.

Question 11

What will the temperature be?

Accepted Answer

Very Hot! Temperatures are showing to reach 27°C. Bring that SPF 50!
 
https://www.accuweather.com/en/gr/athens/182536/september-weather/182536

Question 12

Who do I contact when I reach Athens Airport?

Accepted Answer

We will have a team awaiting your arrival to bring you to the resort. Please look out for Shivaan and Umas wedding signage once you have passed customs and collected your luggage.

Question 13

Will I need to bring Euros?

Accepted Answer

You will not require any cash at the resort. However, it is always recommended to have an emergency supply.

Question 14

Are there any facilities for children?

Accepted Answer

Babies (0-3 years) - The hotel has equipment including: cots; highchairs; trainer steps; potties; buggies; kettle (water boiler); changing mats; training seats; bottle warmers; bottle sterilizer; baby bathtubs; bouncy chairs; listening devices. Requests for equipment should be made directly via our RSVP page ASAP.
Children (4 - 12) - Various activities have been planned to keep them entertained.

Question 15

How far is the walk to the Temple of Poseidon?

Accepted Answer

Approximately 34 minutes

Question 16

Where can I get a Covid-19 test?

Accepted Answer

Cape Sounio resort is offering Covid tests on site with the following charges:
Rapid test price range from 20€ to 40€
PCR test price range from 60€ to 110€